Fresh or dried figs are rich in fibre and high  in iron.  They are usually available dried, as fresh figs are easily damaged and have a very short shelf life.  Figs are a great source of several minerals and vitamin B6. Dried figs are a concentrated source of potassium and are rich in calcium, magnesium and iron.

Figs contain sterols, which help lower blood cholesterol. Dried figs is an excellent source of iron, for healthy blood and calcium, for bone density

Fresh figs should be eaten quickly the day  they are bought or picked

Figs a good source of natural energy and sugars, but they are high in calories, so are best eaten in moderation.

One fresh fig contains:

• 47 Kcalories
• 0.5 g protein
• 12.3 g carbohydrate
• 1.9 g fibre
• 1.3 mg vitamin C
• 148 mg potassium
• 54 mcg beta-carotene
• 22 mg calcium
• 11 mg magnesium